Kerosene lamp - Brass






Holds a bachelor's degree in history of art and architecture, with 12 years of experience in decorative arts.
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Antique brass petroleum lamp from 1930–1940, in good used condition with minor aging traces, in working order, featuring a vertical cylindrical brass reservoir, a glass chimney and a weighted circular base.
Description from the seller
Antique brass oil lamp with a heavy cylindrical reservoir – rare model with a weighted base and glass chimney – late 19th / early 20th century
Elegant old oil lamp of fine craftsmanship, made of turned and stamped brass, presenting a robust and functional construction typical of high-quality productions from the late 19th century or the early 20th century.
This model, not common, is distinguished by its high cylindrical reservoir mounted on a strongly weighted base, ensuring perfect stability and limiting tipping risks. This technical design, sought after for domestic or professional use, testifies to special care given to safety and durability.
The lamp is equipped with its side-moss burner (mèche) with a sideways adjustment knob, surmounted by a pierced gallery glass-holder, as well as its blown glass chimney of an elongated shape, essential for proper draft and optimal flame operation.
Technical description
Type: wick oil lamp
Materials: brass, glass
Reservoir: vertical cylindrical integrated
Burner: mechanically adjustable by side knob
Gallery: pierced, supports the chimney
Base: circular weighted to prevent tipping
Chimney: transparent glass, elongated tulip shape
Dimensions
Height of the body (without glass): 25 cm
Total height (with glass): 50 cm
Base diameter: 14 cm
Condition
Good overall structural condition. Attractive antique patina on brass with surface oxidation, micro-scratches and signs of use consistent with age. Glass present and visually good. Unrestored, preserved in its authenticity.
Collectible interest
Interesting piece due to:
- its rare and little-seen model,
- its technical weighted base,
- its sober, architectural line,
- its excellent decorative and collectible potential.
Shipping
Partial disassembly if necessary. Professional packaging with double protection, especially reinforced for the glass chimney. Tracking and insured shipping.
The lamp is sold for decorative or collection use.
Seller's Story
Antique brass oil lamp with a heavy cylindrical reservoir – rare model with a weighted base and glass chimney – late 19th / early 20th century
Elegant old oil lamp of fine craftsmanship, made of turned and stamped brass, presenting a robust and functional construction typical of high-quality productions from the late 19th century or the early 20th century.
This model, not common, is distinguished by its high cylindrical reservoir mounted on a strongly weighted base, ensuring perfect stability and limiting tipping risks. This technical design, sought after for domestic or professional use, testifies to special care given to safety and durability.
The lamp is equipped with its side-moss burner (mèche) with a sideways adjustment knob, surmounted by a pierced gallery glass-holder, as well as its blown glass chimney of an elongated shape, essential for proper draft and optimal flame operation.
Technical description
Type: wick oil lamp
Materials: brass, glass
Reservoir: vertical cylindrical integrated
Burner: mechanically adjustable by side knob
Gallery: pierced, supports the chimney
Base: circular weighted to prevent tipping
Chimney: transparent glass, elongated tulip shape
Dimensions
Height of the body (without glass): 25 cm
Total height (with glass): 50 cm
Base diameter: 14 cm
Condition
Good overall structural condition. Attractive antique patina on brass with surface oxidation, micro-scratches and signs of use consistent with age. Glass present and visually good. Unrestored, preserved in its authenticity.
Collectible interest
Interesting piece due to:
- its rare and little-seen model,
- its technical weighted base,
- its sober, architectural line,
- its excellent decorative and collectible potential.
Shipping
Partial disassembly if necessary. Professional packaging with double protection, especially reinforced for the glass chimney. Tracking and insured shipping.
The lamp is sold for decorative or collection use.
